Pazilect 0.5 mg (Rasagiline Mesylate)

Adult dose

This medicine is administered orally to adults once daily as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy. 1) Monotherapy or adjunctive therapy to a dopamine agonist: Administer 1mg orally once daily. 2) Adjunctive therapy to levodopa: The recommended initial dose for patients taking levodopa is 0.5mg once daily. If it is well tolerated and the clinical response is insufficient, the dose may be increased to 1mg once daily. This medicine may be taken with or without food.

This medication should not be used in patients allergic to the active ingredient or other components. It should be avoided if the patient is taking other MAO inhibitors or certain natural medicines, or if they have recently stopped taking them, as it can be dangerous to take them together. Particular caution is needed for patients taking medications such as pethidine, tramadol, or dextromethorphan due to the risk of serious side effects. It is safe not to administer this medication to patients with moderate to severe liver impairment. This medication can cause various side effects such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, and insomnia, so if symptoms are severe or persistent, consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Patients with Parkinson's disease may experience hallucinations, confusion, and dyskinesia symptoms, which should be reported immediately. Blood pressure elevation or hypotension may occur while taking this medication, so it is important to regularly monitor blood pressure status. When used with dopamine-related treatments, impulse control disorders, excessive drowsiness during the day, or sudden sleep can occur; therefore, caution is needed. Activities requiring concentration, such as driving or operating machinery, should only be performed after confirming that there are no symptoms of drowsiness or sleep after taking this medication. There are many drug interactions, so especially when used with antidepressants, sympathomimetics, or some antibiotics, it is essential to consult with a healthcare professional. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should take caution when using this drug, and safety has not been established in pediatric patients. Serious side effects may occur in case of overdose, so it is crucial to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and seek immediate medical attention in case of overdose. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored at the appropriate temperature to maintain quality.

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This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, and the storage temperature should be a cool place between 1 and 25 degrees Celsius. It is important to store it safely, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures.

Appearance

White or almost white, flat round tablets with edges

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle